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Director – Data and Analytics

Application closing date: 25/06/23 at 23:59

A bit about the role...

As the Director of Data and Analytics, you will lead on the development and implementation of our data and analytics strategy, building capability and capacity to support the development of an insight led culture and the use of data in the decision-making process within Homes England. ???

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for leading on data governance, data quality and data strategy, to derive maximum value from the data available to us and to the wider society. You will champion Homes England data standards and the value of data to our Agency.

Critical elements of the role will see you help to lead on the ongoing development and evaluation of Homes England’s analytical methods and approach, including developing our pipeline opportunities model to support business development and decision making in respect of our place making activities.

You will identify new kinds, types, and sources of data to enable innovation throughout the Agency. As part of your role, you will define processes for the effective, integrated introduction of new data and work with data suppliers and partners to refine their surface and ensure Homes England gain the most value form available intelligence.

Utilising your communication skillset, you will be responsible for building partnerships with other ALBs, government departments and policy bodies to share best practice and develop insight and useful analysis to support the Government’s housing and regeneration strategy.

This is a truly exciting opportunity to join Homes England.

A bit about you…

You will be an experienced leader with a background in leading data science/statistics/data teams and transformation in a public, private, or not for profit environment. Experience across a mixture of sectors would be advantageous. With significant experience, in shaping, communicating and executing a strategic vision into deliverable operational plans which enhance an organisation’s data capability. You will hold a relevant degree in data, data science, analytics or significant equivalent industry standard experience.

As the Director of Data and Analytics, you will have demonstrable interpersonal skills, with an ability to form robust and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders with professional credibility, resilience and integrity. Furthermore, you will utilise these skills to influence and shape how you collaboratively work with colleagues at all levels across the Agency, to embed the values and behaviours that underpin the Homes England Way.

You will have a clear understanding of how to interpret data to glean insights. You will have the ability to communicate the meaning of data insights in a business context and make information easily available to all. As a data expert, you will understand data trends and be experienced in enhancing data maturity and analytics within a fast paced, delivery focussed organisation.

With significant experience in strategic business planning, digital and project methodologies and implementation, you will be able to use your experience to shape, communicate and execute a strategic vision into deliverable operational plans which enhance an organisation’s data capability.

Who are we?

We believe that affordable, quality homes in well-designed places are key to improving people’s lives. As the government’s housing and regeneration agency, we create thriving new places and transform urban areas, combining the full breadth of our powers, expertise, land, capital and influence to bring investment to communities and get more homes built.

How? We form long-term partnerships that bridge the gap between the public and private sector to meet local needs and aspirations. We use our influence to champion the creation of sustainable homes, communities and places that are brilliantly designed for the people that live there now, and in the future. And we use our funding and support to build a more resilient, diverse and innovative housing sector, helping new entrants in the market, encouraging modern methods of construction and design, and promoting the utmost attention to building safety.

Together with our partners, we’re accelerating the pace of house building, remediation and regeneration across the country, as we seek to deliver ever more affordable homes in places people are proud to call home for generations to come.

What we offer...

As well as a competitive salary and 33 days annual leave, we are committed to hybrid working. We’ll support you, wherever possible, so that you don’t miss out on what matters to you.

If you ever need a bit of extra help, we have a great employee assistance programme, financial wellbeing support and access to many great discounts with leading high street names.

Our range of network groups are also there to support you to be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future.

If you are a member of a professional body, we’ll pay for your membership and once you get your digital kit, you’ll be good to go.

Homes England are a geographically diverse community. We were all working from home?during the pandemic and have since moved to a hybrid model, moving back into our office environments and utilising our space and time together in the most conducive way.

We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.

We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme.

If your application is shortlisted to interview we will require you to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage.